DROP OFF ELECTRONICS FOR RECYCLING AT SEAWORLD

San Diego 
SeaWorld San Diego is hosting a free electronics recycling drop-off event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the theme park’s east parking lot.

It is SeaWorld’s ninth recycling event in the past five years, and officials report collecting more than 300,000 pounds of electronic waste and raising more than $30,000 for local and national conservation programs.

This year’s proceeds will benefit the nonprofit Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute in San Diego.

Participants must show proof of California residency. They will receive a coupon for 50 percent off general admission at SeaWorld good for up to six people and valid through Dec. 25.

8,000 expected for county cleanup effort

An estimated 8,000 county residents are expected to participate in the 28th California Coastal Cleanup Day on Sept. 15. It is part of one of the largest environmental volunteer events in the world.

Despite the name of the cleanup, a majority of the 88 targeted sites in San Diego County are inland at places such as canyons and parks. Organizers said those locations tend to need the most volunteer support.

This year’s effort also includes two cleanups in San Diego Bay. Marinas are encouraging boaters to bring kayaks, canoes or other small vessels and remove debris that has reached the ocean.

I Love A Clean San Diego is coordinating local efforts. It encourages participants to register at
cleanupday.org.